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Weird Universe
Everything We Don't Know about Space (and Why It's Important)
Taschenbuch von Erika Hamden
Sprache: Englisch

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Discover the Mysteries of Our UniverseWeird Universe is your gateway to the wonders of space. Have you ever looked up at the night sky and marveled at the mysteries hidden beyond the stars? This book takes that curiosity and turns it into an accessible, fun introduction to space, packed with all the weirdness we've discovered out there. Unlock the wonders of space with a fresh and exciting perspective. Erika Hamden, a renowned astrophysicist and educator, brings her passion for space to life in this engaging book. With years of experience studying the cosmos, Hamden specializes in making complex topics fun and easy to understand. Her expertise shines through as she leads readers on an exploration of the strangest and most awe-inspiring phenomena in space. Whether you're fascinated by the biggest black holes, curious about the history of NASA, or simply want to explore the strange and magnificent things we've found in outer space, this book is for you. No prior knowledge required-just a desire to understand more about the cosmos and its connection to life here on Earth.. See how space exploration shapes our everyday world. Space isn't just an abstract concept-it plays a crucial role in shaping the technology we use every day. From NASA's breakthroughs to innovations inspired by our exploration of the cosmos, Hamden shows how space discoveries influence our world. You'll also gain insight into the process behind these findings, from the questions scientists ask to the groundbreaking answers they uncover. By the end of the book, you'll understand not just what we know about the universe, but how we've come to know it. Inside, you'll find:A clear, engaging look at black holes, galaxies, and the history of NASA, explained in simple terms. Fascinating insights into how scientists make new discoveries about space, with a focus on how it all connects to us here on Earth. Fun and accessible content perfect for all ages, including those learning space for kids and adults who want to dive deeper into the world of astronomy. If you liked Astrophysics for People in a Hurry, The Illustrated Brief History of Time, or Not Necessarily Rocket Science, you'll love Weird Universe.
Discover the Mysteries of Our UniverseWeird Universe is your gateway to the wonders of space. Have you ever looked up at the night sky and marveled at the mysteries hidden beyond the stars? This book takes that curiosity and turns it into an accessible, fun introduction to space, packed with all the weirdness we've discovered out there. Unlock the wonders of space with a fresh and exciting perspective. Erika Hamden, a renowned astrophysicist and educator, brings her passion for space to life in this engaging book. With years of experience studying the cosmos, Hamden specializes in making complex topics fun and easy to understand. Her expertise shines through as she leads readers on an exploration of the strangest and most awe-inspiring phenomena in space. Whether you're fascinated by the biggest black holes, curious about the history of NASA, or simply want to explore the strange and magnificent things we've found in outer space, this book is for you. No prior knowledge required-just a desire to understand more about the cosmos and its connection to life here on Earth.. See how space exploration shapes our everyday world. Space isn't just an abstract concept-it plays a crucial role in shaping the technology we use every day. From NASA's breakthroughs to innovations inspired by our exploration of the cosmos, Hamden shows how space discoveries influence our world. You'll also gain insight into the process behind these findings, from the questions scientists ask to the groundbreaking answers they uncover. By the end of the book, you'll understand not just what we know about the universe, but how we've come to know it. Inside, you'll find:A clear, engaging look at black holes, galaxies, and the history of NASA, explained in simple terms. Fascinating insights into how scientists make new discoveries about space, with a focus on how it all connects to us here on Earth. Fun and accessible content perfect for all ages, including those learning space for kids and adults who want to dive deeper into the world of astronomy. If you liked Astrophysics for People in a Hurry, The Illustrated Brief History of Time, or Not Necessarily Rocket Science, you'll love Weird Universe.
Über den Autor
Dr. Erika Hamden is an American astrophysicist and associate professor at the University of Arizona and Steward Observatory. Her research focuses on developing ultraviolet (UV) detector technology, ultraviolet–visible spectroscopy (UV/VIS) instrumentation and spectroscopy, and galaxy evolution. She served as the project scientist and project manager of a UV multi-object spectrograph, FIREBall-2, that is designed to observe the circumgalactic medium (CGM). She is a 2019 TED fellow. She lives in Phoenix, AZ.
Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction

Chapter 1: Spacetime, the Counterintuitive Fabric of the Universe

Chapter 2: Black Holes: A Mathematical Novelty That Turned Out to Be Real. Also, Not a Vacuum Cleaner

Chapter 3: Space Is Actually Quite Large (Larger Than You Think)

Chapter 4: Stars, the Universe’s Response to Gravity

Chapter 5: The Biggest, Fastest, Smallest, Weirdest Stars

Chapter 6: Nuclear Spaghetti and the Deaths of Stars

Chapter 7: We Used to Think This Was All There Was

Chapter 8: Up Until 1960, We Thought Venus Was a Tropical Paradise

Chapter 9: Planets Are Surprisingly Common

Chapter 10: Most Solar Systems Are Nothing like Our Own

Chapter 11: Every Planet We Reach Is Dead

Chapter 12: Quasars and Galaxies at the Beginning of Time

Chapter 13: Speaking of the Beginning of Time…

Chapter 14: The (Tragic and Yet Possibly Quite Boring) Heat Death of the Universe

Chapter 15: The Dark Sector: A Large but Incomplete List of the Things We Don’t Know

Chapter 16: We Are the Universe Observing Itself

Conclusion: The Earth Isn’t at the Center of Anything

About the Author

Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2025
Fachbereich: Astronomie
Genre: Importe, Physik
Rubrik: Naturwissenschaften & Technik
Medium: Taschenbuch
ISBN-13: 9781684817283
ISBN-10: 1684817285
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor: Hamden, Erika
Hersteller: Mango Media
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Maße: 126 x 202 x 15 mm
Von/Mit: Erika Hamden
Erscheinungsdatum: 13.06.2025
Gewicht: 0,164 kg
Artikel-ID: 132484196
Über den Autor
Dr. Erika Hamden is an American astrophysicist and associate professor at the University of Arizona and Steward Observatory. Her research focuses on developing ultraviolet (UV) detector technology, ultraviolet–visible spectroscopy (UV/VIS) instrumentation and spectroscopy, and galaxy evolution. She served as the project scientist and project manager of a UV multi-object spectrograph, FIREBall-2, that is designed to observe the circumgalactic medium (CGM). She is a 2019 TED fellow. She lives in Phoenix, AZ.
Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction

Chapter 1: Spacetime, the Counterintuitive Fabric of the Universe

Chapter 2: Black Holes: A Mathematical Novelty That Turned Out to Be Real. Also, Not a Vacuum Cleaner

Chapter 3: Space Is Actually Quite Large (Larger Than You Think)

Chapter 4: Stars, the Universe’s Response to Gravity

Chapter 5: The Biggest, Fastest, Smallest, Weirdest Stars

Chapter 6: Nuclear Spaghetti and the Deaths of Stars

Chapter 7: We Used to Think This Was All There Was

Chapter 8: Up Until 1960, We Thought Venus Was a Tropical Paradise

Chapter 9: Planets Are Surprisingly Common

Chapter 10: Most Solar Systems Are Nothing like Our Own

Chapter 11: Every Planet We Reach Is Dead

Chapter 12: Quasars and Galaxies at the Beginning of Time

Chapter 13: Speaking of the Beginning of Time…

Chapter 14: The (Tragic and Yet Possibly Quite Boring) Heat Death of the Universe

Chapter 15: The Dark Sector: A Large but Incomplete List of the Things We Don’t Know

Chapter 16: We Are the Universe Observing Itself

Conclusion: The Earth Isn’t at the Center of Anything

About the Author

Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2025
Fachbereich: Astronomie
Genre: Importe, Physik
Rubrik: Naturwissenschaften & Technik
Medium: Taschenbuch
ISBN-13: 9781684817283
ISBN-10: 1684817285
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor: Hamden, Erika
Hersteller: Mango Media
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Maße: 126 x 202 x 15 mm
Von/Mit: Erika Hamden
Erscheinungsdatum: 13.06.2025
Gewicht: 0,164 kg
Artikel-ID: 132484196
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